Once a year Carriers of Council meet and come together to share their stories, sit in Council together, make decisions concerning the community and to strengthen the spirit of Council in Europe.

Every year the ECN Gathering takes place in a different country. This year the 11th ECN gathering will happen (for the first time) in Portugal between the 31st of October and 5th of November in Monte Mariposa in Tavira, Algarve.

Bring all family, there is a special program for children, who are very much welcome!

There are also special training sessions being offered before – An Introduction to Council in Nature, Council with Courage in Organisations – and after the Gathering – The Art of Witnessing.

In circle,Rede Way of Council Portugalhttp://www.redecouncilportugal.org/portugal2018@council-network.eu

Picture yourself in a forest where almost everything around you is food, medicine, diverse and abundant wildlife. Fungal neural network, very fertile soils and water retention.All these elements in balance collaborating with each otherThis is the food forest and humans can make and benefit from them as well.

Previously designated by traditional agriculture by multiple use forest, or extensive polyculture systems, and currently Food forest and Agroforestry.

Through the approach of Permaculture and Deep Ecology, we can imitate the natural processes of the forest, where maintenance is minimal and abundance of natural wealth. In a combination of perspective, vision, techniques, plans and design strategies, the forest allows food to self-manage the majority of maintenance required, in more conventional approaches.Change perspective on agriculture and food!

Course topics include:

• Reading and understanding of Nature• Analysis and diagnosis of natural factors• Native forests and other natural ecosystems• Choose species and reconcile• Design the food forest• Reproduction of plants in nurseries• Ecology and biodiversity• Dynamics in forest ecology• Self-regulation of Nature• Connecting, reading and diagnosing natural systems• Water management• Fungal neural network• Soils and progressive fertility

AYUR-YOGA is the interactive synthesis of Ayurveda and Yoga. It is not intended to be a new form of Yoga. However, as remnants of the ancient Vedic tradition, these disciplines – arts, sciences or points of views – were always complementing each other and considered complete. They work in a comprehensive and integrated way with each other, with focus on self-knowledge, health, and spirituality.

Feel invited to this practical workshop experience, dive in … be happy!

Practitioners of various traditions are welcome! It is not necessary to bring along previous experience in Ayurveda, Yoga or Meditation.

In short, Bruno Teixeira works and creates as a Yoga & Meditation teacher, Multi-Instrumentalist and Music Therapist at Moksha Sound Journeys, Founder and Manager of PazPazes with studies in Anthropology and Traditional Chinese Medicine…. He stands for Research and Collaboration.

Bruno Teixeira has been intensively studying and practising Yoga in its many different fields (Hatha, Bhakti, Jnana, Japa, Nada, Samkhya Yoga as well as Vedanta and Tantra for the past 20 years).

His intense and sincere experience of teaching include the Sámkhya, the Ashtanga Yoga of Sri Patanjali, the Trika philosophy (Shaivism of Kashmir), Bhakti Yoga (mantra and kirtan), Tantra, Hatha Yoga Traditional according to the observations of the classic texts and Jnana Yoga according to the Advaita Vedanta tradition of Adi Shankaracharya.

Through the experience of these arts and sciences, he also learned to understand the existence of sound and music as a medium and tool for the healing process, inner transformation and meditation.He went deeper into meditation through the intonation of mantras, and sacred chants, and learned to understand the importance of breathing.

Already since the year 1997 Bruno has been playing didgeridoo and consequently exploring its therapeutic, pedagogic, playful and socio-cultural potential. He developed educational projects, services and expressive psychotherapy, as well as social interventions in human development actions.

Bruno continued to learn and deepen his knowledge in various areas, from singing to percussion, underwent trainings in «Sound Massage with Tibetan Bowls and Gongs» by the Peter Hess Academy (level 1 to 4), in Sound and in Harmonic Song, and in Massage with crystal glasses and Crystal therapy. He trained in Ayurveda Therapies with Music Therapy, Meditation and Nada Yoga (Yoga of Sound).

He founded the “Didgeridoo Triboo” ClubEscola in 2006 in Gaia, where he also promotes classes, therapeutic sessions of Music Therapy and Sound Massage, Music Seminars, Workshops and Meditative Concerts with internationally renowned musicians. Moreover, he collaborates as a co-founder of several musical, meditative and therapeutic projects, among them: ShivaShakti Experience (2001), Uno: Sacred Journeys (2008), MOKSHA: Echoes of Silence (2009), InOuv: Listen to Your Essence Sacred Didge – Sound Ceremony (2011) H2OM – Sound Encounter (2011) Nada Sangha – Sounds of the East (2012) MmOMentUmM – Soundtracks (2014) Participation in the recording of the album “Mysticalmoods” by invitation of Teresa Gabriel. Regular presentations with Meditative Concerts/ Soundtracks at hotels, spas, Yoga schools, universities and schools, cultural centers, churches, convents, Cultural and Natural Heritage…

In this Session we will explore our voice as a Medium to tune in to who we are beyond our thoughts ideas and beliefs.

Every Session will start with a guided Meditation and will unfold into a simple warm up with toning and Humming. After familiarizing ourselves with our own sound, we will embark on a journey of exploring different exercises in a group setting, where we will learn to express our voices in tune with ourselves and the group.

Every group will be different.

And every session will bring a new flavor to the practice.

We will start with a short warm up and relaxation of body, breath and voice.

We will improvise, tone and allow the sound of our voices to resonate in our system and bring to our awareness what wants to be seen right now.

We will learn how to listen and to be part of group intelligence while still being our whole authentic and unique selves.

The focus of the session will be to get in touch with a relaxation of the mind and body by using very simple tones.

We will explore the effect toning / singing can have on our entire system and how it can transform the way we are in the world.

After getting in touch more deeply with ourselves through the voice we will do some interactive voice games and we will step into an explorative journey with each other and each others voice. This interactive work can open yourself up to a new way of seeing yourself and the other.

There is a beauty in expressing our own voice without knowing.

You might get to know yourself and others in a new way. If you are curious to come and try it out let me know!

The benefits and effects of the work are especially recognizable when participating on a regular basis. This session will take place every week with changing topics and a deepening practice of expressing the new with your voice. Stepping out of our box over and over again can manifest in a deepened understanding of who we really are. Just like a yoga practice, these sessions will stretch your limits a little more each time.

This event will be a space for you to familiarize yourself with a deeper expression of yourself.

It is an invitation to go beyond the boxes we create for ourselves and others and to step into more connection and resonance.

These Sessions are inspired by my training in

Holistic Voice Therapy with the British Academy of Sound Therapy (BAST) .

Awakened Voice monthly Membership 40 Euros (4 Sessions a month)

Individual Session 12 Euros.Experimental Session 6 Euros.

The monthly membership will give you the opportunity to take part in other day or half day events of Awakened Voice for half the price and shorter events for a 25 % discount.

ENGThis November our beautiful resort high up in the hills of Monchique will transform itself into an Algarve hub of ‘all things wellness’.During the entire month we will be hosting specialist workshops and activities focused on enhancing your mind and body wellbeing, increasing energy, focused attention and everyday performance. Starting from mindfulness and meditation work or steps for improving the quality of your sleep, finishing with healthy local food preparation, you will find a wide selection of things to learn and do.

This, coupled with our special rate including a 2hr visit to our award-winning Thermal Circuit at the Sensorial SPA, is guaranteed to leave you relaxed, re-charged and ready to face challenges ahead. All with an aim to overcome daily stress by adapting the way we think and focusing on re-connecting with our inner self.Have look at the list of events below. There is something for everyone: transformational sessions such as Breathwork or Japanese art of touch, mindful meditation with Sound Journey or Yoga Nidra or indulging but healthy organic wine tasting or carob pastry making classes.

Carlos trained in Architecture at Escola Superior de Belas Artes in Lisbon.With Vera Abreu he created the firm Claridade Lisboa, dedicated to drawing and designing furniture as well as to interior design.Currently he lives in Aljezur where he set up an art atelier on the same road as Moagem!

Retomamos em Novembro os Workshops de costura.Envie mensagem com o que gostaria de aprender a fazer ou a consultar que projetos temos disponíveis.O valor do WS são 10€ por sessão e deverá trazer o material necessário para o seu projeto ou informar que o deseja adquirir na Milfestas.Fico à vossa espera! ************************************************************************In November we return with the sewing workshops.Send a message with what you would like to learn how to do or to consult what projects we have available.The value per WS is € 10 per session and you must bring the necessary material for your project or inform me that you wish to purchase it in Milfestas.I’m waiting for you!

Learn to pay attention in a different way, with kindness and curiosity and the skill to choose your behavior. Mindfulness can help to reduce stress and to be less occupied by thinking & the mind. It can help to relate differently to burn out, sleeping problems, anxiety, low mood and other physical and psychological problems. It can make you feel more calm, joyful and alive.

Join this 8-week evidence based training, to learn the skills mentioned above. Scroll down for info on weekly topics, content, costs, dates etc. Or look at www.dyota.com. The training will be given in English.

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References from ex-participants’Mr. W – ‘I would recommend this course to anyone seriously looking for tools to help reduce day to day stress and increase wellbeing’Mrs. M – ‘The best present I could give myself’Mr. A – ‘Carefully planned syllabus. Careful, professional trainer who takes time and cares’Mr. A – ‘Anyone who has experienced difficulty with meditation could benefit from the mindfulness approach’Mrs. I – ‘To be mindful helps a lot to live in a meaningful way!Mrs. M. – “Loved the MBSR training from Liz! The training was for me an excellent way to learn to integrate mindfulness into my daily life. It has provided me with very practical tools and throughout the training Liz finds way to give you these ‘Aha!” moments that can really change the way you react and act in life. It’s certainly something everyone would benefit from!”Mrs. R – “This training reconnects yourself with your inner spirit. 100% worth it”Mrs. A – “It’s a very positive way to look inside and discover where to improve and what to work on to have an awakened life”Mrs. K – “Thanks for the most amazing experience”Mrs. S – “This is essential for everybody”Mrs. S. – `Everyone should treat himself with a course like this, because it´s an awesome way to start feeling yourself, reflecting on your thoughts, learning to be nice to yourself and the world around you by simply sitting in silence for the greater good´Mrs. S. – `You will be open and aware of real life, you will take care of yourself and feel more powerful and free`Mrs. W – ´I would recommend this training to others, because it helps to value little things in life and slow down`Mrs. E – `It can change your perspective and really help you deal with difficulties´Mrs. C -´I recommend this training because it´s very useful for anybody who wants to grow`Mr. Z – `It teaches to take care of myself, to be aware of small things happening in day to day life, to understand my emotions and thoughts better and know better how to react`

——-The 8 weekly sessions focus every week on another topic:

Week 1: The automatic pilotIn the first session we will discover and investigate our automatic pilot & habitual patterns in different ways. Week 2: Dealing with annoyances and obstaclesThe second sessions will cover annoyances and obstacles that hinder us in our exercises. We look into ways of dealing with this. Week 3: Awareness of the breathThe third session will focus on the breath as anchor and aid for our practiceWeek 4: Remaining presentIn the fourth session we will practice with difficult and unpleasant experiences.Week 5: Allowing and acceptingIn the fifth session we deepen ourselves in accepting things that we can’t change. Opening up to a deep understanding of how things really are. Week 6: Thoughts are no factsThe sixth session will cover our ‘thinking’. Discovering deeply how we are led by our thoughts and how we can find space and freedom.Week 7: How can I take care of myself kindly?The seventh session will focus on caring for ourselves. We look into what is nourishing for us and what is not. Week 8: And now…?In the last and eight session, we look into integrating mindfulness in our daily life and being.

During the full 8 week training there are a few theme’s that will return in every session. These theme’s are: * Opening up to what is, seeing what is really there, even if this is difficult* Creating a kind & curious attitude towards everything you experience * Connection to your inner power & wisdom———-

What does the training look like?The training is an evidence based training, based on the 8-week MBSR/MBCT training developed by Jon Kabat Zinn. The training consists out of:

——-What is needed to follow a Mindfulness training?The setup of this 8 week training is to learn by experience. We don’t just assume for things to be as they are, or adopt a theory. We learn by experience and practice. There will be enough space for sharing your experiences. This way we learn and discover what is ‘true’ for us. A mindfulness training is a deep discovery and research. We expect of you that most of this is done at home with the support of the workbook and exercises audio. This will ask about 45 minutes per day, 6 days per week for the duration of the training. Almost everybody finds it extremely difficult to make time for these practices in our often busy lives. But, your practice at home is an essential part of the training. If you think this is not possible for you at this moment in your life, we advise you to start the training at another time. As the training follows a set up program, it is advisable to not miss more than two sessions max. If you miss a session you will a receive an email with an update of the session and the possibility to share with personal (phone) contact. It helps when you start the training without any expectations or ideas. You probably wish and hope the training will support you in situations that you are dealing with in your life. Maybe you can agree with yourself that at the end of the mindfulness training you will evaluate what it has brought you. Until that time have an open mind in following the training. ———Costs

We need a minimum of 5 persons to start the training. The total cost of the 8 week training is €200, – (regardless if you miss out on a session or not).If you miss out on a session I will update you via email and if wished for, we can be in touch by phone for a check in. You can continue to follow the program by the workbook I provide and the instructions received via email.

If you are an ex-participant I can offer you to refresh, deepen and reconnect by following the whole 8-week training again for a 50% discount. (A minimum of 4 full paying participants needed)

Please respect a down payment of 50 euro’s after signing up.If we do not reach the acquired number of participants, the refund will be returned.

As I would like this training to be available for as many people possible, please let me know if the costs are bringing up difficulties. We can discuss creative payment solutions or possibilities for exchange.

Please sign up by sending me an email, or use the form on dyota.com. After signing up you will receive a intake questionnaire, and we will have a personal intake over the phone before starting the course.

——ImportantNote 1: I do not have a refund policy. If, because of unforeseen circumstances, you are not able to finish the training while joining, you will receive a 50% discount for the next 8 week training you are able to attend or we come to an other personal agreement.Note 2: The intake over the phone is an important mean for me to get to know you and hear about your motivation and background. If for any reason I think my training skills will not meet the request of your participation, I will inform you after the intake.Note 3: To support the group bonding and dynamics it is not possible to alter between the trainings on Thursday evening and Sunday morning.

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HostI am (Elisabeth Tiesinga, 1977) born in the Netherlands, and currently living in Portugal. I am a certified Mindfulness trainer since 2012. Since then I host the 8 week MBSR course and different Mindfulness workshops and activities in the Netherlands and Portugal. I received certificates for the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Trainer course, Mindfulness & Pregnancy trainer course, Mindfulness with kids & teens course and several advanced teacher trainings. I have followed several intense meditation & mindfulness retreats over the years, like 10 day silence Vipassana retreats in Holland and England and a several 6 day Mindfulness retreats with Thich Nhat Hahn in Germany. I am very grateful that I can share and offer the possibility for people to learn about mindfulness and what it can bring to your lives. If you like to read more about me and my personal story, see my website www.dyota.com

Please contact me with any questions or other information you might need.